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TAPE END

LENS CAP

E01-E06

Condensation: CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT appears if moisture occurs inside the camcorder. When this icon appears, wait at least one hour before using the camcorder again.

End of Cassette: Appears when a tape reaches its end during recording or playback.

Covered Lens: Appears briefly after the power is turned on to either automatic or manual record mode and the lens cap is still attached.

Safeguard: The error icons (E01-E06) show what type of malfunction has occurred. If an error icon and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear. If they do, you can resume using the camcorder. If the warnings remain, consult your nearest RCA authorized service center.

Recording and Playback Icons

Auto Date, Date, Time, or Date and Time Icons

DEC 25. 01	Indicates the current date and time and is recorded when they are
AM 11:45:18	displayed (see page 69).

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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Changing Entertainment. AgainImportant Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Using the Viewfinder RecordingPlayback Advanced Features Other InformationAccessories Order Form Tape Care and Storage Things to AvoidConnections & Setup Connections & Setup Parts ChecklistButtons and Controls Menu SEC. RECCharge Unpack the camcorder and accessories Getting StartedAdjust the hand strap Attach the lens capAttach the power supply Power indicator Turn on the camcorderEject switch Tape window Tape wheel Insert a cassette tapeUse the viewfinder to see what’s recording Start recordingPlay your recording Turn off the camcorderPowering the Camcorder Charging the BatteryRefreshing the Battery Removing the BatteryCharge marker Using the Charge Marker Battery Level Icon Battery Care and Storage Using the Power Supply Removing the power supplyUsing an Optional Plug Adapter in Foreign Countries Using the Shoulder Strap Setting the Date and Time Setting the Tape Recording Speed Setting the Tape Length Using the Viewfinder Seeing What You Are Recording Eyepiece Focus ControlOn-screen Icons TBCRecording and Playback Icons Auto Date, Date, Time, or Date and Time Icons DEC 25Stretch Monotone Special Effect IconsPreset Titles B. Manual White Balance IconsStatus Icons Tracking IconsZoom Icon Exposure Icon Fade and Wipe IconsOther Icons TBC Time Base Corrector Icon Time Counter IconTime-Remaining Icon Recording Recording Recording DetailsSecond Recording Quick ReviewRetake Using the Zoom Lever W and T Digital and Optical ZoomingUsing Digital Zoom Using Steady Pix Recording Tips Playback Playback Options Basic PlaybackPlayback Using TBC Time Base Corrector Adjusting the TrackingStill Playback Mode Using Counter MemoryShuttle Search Using the Cassette Tape Adapter Choose your ConnectionInserting the Tape into the Cassette Tape Adapter Facing upRemoving the Tape from the Cassette Tape Adapter Gently close the adapter’s tape compartment lidConnecting to a TV or VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks Tape Dubbing Advanced Features Advanced Features Using the Menus For Advanced AdjustmentMenu Definitions Camera MenuSystem Menu Display Full Title Lang Using the Advanced Features Fade/Wipe EffectsFades Shutter WipesProgram AE With Special Effects SD ShadowDigital Effects S1/2000 2000 sec. High Speed ShutterExposure Control Focusing Auto FocusManual Focus White Balance Adjustment MWBManual White Balance Date/Time Insert DisplayInstant Titles Animation System MenuTime-Lapse Other Information Power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself TroubleshootingNo power is supplied Some menus or features are not availableViewfinder and the lens are dirty An error number i.e. E03 appearsBright spots appear all over the viewfinder Image is out of focusRecording does not start Picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake modeRecording cannot be performed Animation or Time-Lapse is not availableDate and time displays disappear Wrong date and time are displayed/recordedTape won’t eject Power Date/Time SettingsFinal Notes Video Recording TBC Time Base CorrectorTapes Care and Cleaning After Using the CamcorderCleaning The Camcorder Proper Care and Storage Tape Care and StorageTraveling Tips Things to AvoidCamcorder SpecificationsAC Power Supply Audio/Video JacksCustomer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeBy Thomson Limited Warranty Option What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your camcorder outside the United StatesFCC and Industry Canada Information AC201A Soft Carrying Case Optional Accessories244427 FB1260 Rechargeable Battery Pack ACS091 Shoulder StrapUsing the Optional AC088 Tripod To order accessories, contact your local DealerVH83 A/V Cable Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA United States and Canada OrdersAccessories Order Form Description Price Qty TotalUSE Your Credit Card This Page Left Blank Intentionally Index Index 100 Chapter 101 North Meridian Street Indianapolis,